Homeschool Exploration Field Trip

All Ages • 3 Hours • Come book a field trip!

by Marine Discovery Center· New Smyrna Beach, FL★ 4.8 · 322 reviews on google_reviews
From$25

What to Expect

Get your feet wet with a field trip!

Duration

3 Hours

Field Trips run from 9:30am with the boat returning to the MDC dock by 12:30pm.

About

Experience the Indian River Lagoon in a whole new way! Join our naturalist aboard our Discovery boat to explore islands, meet marine creatures up close, identify native species, and more. Each trip will have a different focus as we learn about what makes the IRL so special to over 4,200 species of plants and animals.

Age Range: Kindergarten - 12th

Students must be accompanied by an adult. Students AND adults must pay and register as participants.

Date Itinerary

April 8 • Endangered Species
What makes the Indian River Lagoon an estuary of national importance and what endangered species live here?

September 23 • Barrier Islands
Barrier islands like the ones along the lagoon are an important line of defense against hurricanes. Come learn about what makes something a barrier island, how they form, and why they are important.

October 21 • Ocean Zones
The various zones of the ocean support different life forms, some life can even thrive in the deepest depths of the sea. Come learn about the sea from the sunlight zone all the way to the deep, dark abyss!

November 18 • Thankful for the IRL
How the Indian River Lagoon supports our daily lives as a buffer, a nursery, and a filter. Show some gratitude with us for this wonderful ecosystem!

December 9 • Ocean Acidification
What does it mean for the ocean to be getting more acidic and how does it happen? Come learn more and find out how you can be part of the solution.

What to Bring

  • Closed-toe water shoes
  • Clothes that can get wet
  • Sunscreen
  • Reusable water bottles

Address

520 Barracuda Boulevard, New Smyrna Beach, FL, 32169

Pricing

Student$26
Adult$26
Child · Ages 3-12$26
Infant · Ages 0-2, Although there is no charge, infants must be registered.Free

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Customers can cancel/rebook up until 1 week prior to the availability start date. No cancellations/rebooking after that point. No refunds after that.

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Prices may change upon rebooking and customers will be liable for any increase in cost.

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